CLASS II Food recall · Reported 25 Sep 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
MDH Sambar Masala recalled by House of Spices India
House of Spices India is recalling MDH Sambar Masala, distributed in California. The recall was initiated on 6 Sep 2019 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-2158-2019
- FDA event ID
- 83739
- Recalling firm
- House of Spices India, New Hyde Park, NY
- Brand
- MDH Sambar
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 6 Sep 2019
- FDA classified
- 16 Sep 2019
- Reported
- 25 Sep 2019
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 6 Sep 2019 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 16 Sep 2019 | Classified by FDA | +10 days |
| 25 Sep 2019 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Product tested positive for Salmonella upon arrival in US, was distributed by firm.
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
MDH Sambar Masala; Spices blend for South Indian Cuisine 3.5 oz. (100 g) box. code 6291103750327 Ingredients: coriander, Chili Rec, Cumin Powder, Tumeric, Salt White, Fenugreek seeds, Mustard, Lentil (Chana Dal) Lentil (Pigeon peas lentil) Black Pepper, Fennel, Cassia, Cloves, Curry leaves, Nutmeg, Fenugreek Leaves, Cardamom Amomum, Asafoetida, Mace. Manufactured by R-pure Agro Specialties (FZE), P.O. Box No. 120356, SAIF Zone, Sharjah, UAE
Where it was distributed
CA
Questions about this recall
Is MDH Sambar Masala recalled?
Yes. House of Spices India recalled MDH Sambar Masala on 6 Sep 2019. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-2158-2019.
Why was it recalled?
Product tested positive for Salmonella upon arrival in US, was distributed by firm.
Which lots are affected?
LOT CODE: 48; EXPIRATION DATE: DEC 2021
Where was it sold?
CA
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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